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COWI A/S; Bristol, Derby, London, York, Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

COWI A/S is seeking an Assistant Commercial Manager to support innovative infrastructure projects across the UK. This role involves managing commercial aspects, preparing cost reports, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive continuous improvement. Join a company committed to sustainability and innovation, offering a flexible hybrid working environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days' holiday plus UK bank/public holidays

Development plans and promotion opportunities

Private healthcare for you and dependents

Flexible, hybrid working arrangements

Support for professional memberships

Group pension scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a Commercial role within a Main Contractor or Design Consultancy.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and change management.
• Good data management practices.

Responsibilities

• Organising commercial aspects of projects, including assessing changes, risks, and opportunities.
• Preparing and monitoring cost reports and forecasts.
• Supporting procurement processes, including drafting sub-consultancy agreements.

Skills

Collaboration

Technical expertise

Innovative thinking

Risk assessment

Cost review

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

CEMAR

Job description

Assistant Commercial Manager
Locations: Glasgow, Derby, Bristol, London, York
Type: Permanent, Office/Home Hybrid Working

Join a business committed to sustainability and innovation.

We are seeking an Assistant Commercial Manager to support our team on some of the UK's most innovative infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to impactful projects.

Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Organising commercial aspects of projects, including assessing changes, risks, and opportunities.
2. Preparing and monitoring cost reports and forecasts in collaboration with the Project Manager and Finance Team.
3. Supporting procurement processes, including drafting sub-consultancy agreements.
4. Driving continuous improvement through innovative thinking.

Your skills. Our team. Together we can shape the future.

Success in this role requires collaboration, technical expertise, and a willingness to explore new ideas. You should be eager to work with colleagues, clients, and partners to find innovative solutions.

Qualifications and experience:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, preferably working towards RICS qualification.
• Experience with CEMAR or similar contract management tools and good data management practices.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and change management.
• Experience in a Commercial role within a Main Contractor or Design Consultancy.
• Skills in risk assessment, cost review, and mitigation.
• Ability to collaborate across diverse teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Why work with us?

At COWI, we aim to shape a sustainable and livable world. We are committed to moving our projects towards sustainability, saying no to fossil-based projects, and fostering an inclusive, dynamic work environment.

What we offer:

• 28 days' holiday plus UK bank/public holidays.
• Development plans and promotion opportunities.
• Private healthcare for you and dependents.
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements.
• Support for professional memberships.
• Group pension scheme.
• Life assurance.

Questions?

Contact Shruti Gupta at [e-mail] or visit www.cowi.com to learn more about us and our projects.

Equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, disability, or background.